Clinicolaboratory characteristics and 1-year survival among group 1 pulmonary hypertension in a university hospital by Mostafa K. Ahmed, Ali M. Tohamy, Mostafa H. Ali, Mohamed I. Seedik, Safa M. Wafy

“…The study objective is to evaluate the clinicolaboratory characteristics of group 1 pulmonary hypertension patients and their survival in the Assiut University pulmonary hypertension unit throughout the study time. Patients and methods Consecutive patients were referred to the Assiut University Chest Department Pulmonary Hypertension unit in collaboration with the cardiology department for diagnosis and management. …”
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Position-specific biomarker responses to match vs. VAMEVAL test modalities in elite female soccer players: a comparative analysis study by Manel Slimani, Hatem Ghouili, Wissem Dhahbi, Zouhaier Farhani, Mohamed Ben Aissa, Marouen Souaifi, Noomen Guelmami, Ismail Dergaa, Lamia Ben Ezzeddine

“…Position-specific responses emerged: attackers showed higher urea (p=0.032) while midfielders displayed unique lipid profiles (p=0.033) post-match. These findings, supported by significant interactions (p<0.05), emphasize the importance of considering both exercise modality and playing position when developing personalized training and recovery strategies in female soccer, highlighting the distinct metabolic demands across positions and exercise conditions.…”
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Short term outcomes of the first pediatric cardiac surgery program in Rwanda by Yayehyirad Ejigu, Vongai C. Mlambo, Kara L. Neil, Habtamu Sime, Rex Wong, Michel R. Gatera, Gaston Nyirigira, Yilkal C. Sewnet, Yihan Lin, Bertrand Byishimo, Gloria Rukomeza, Yves Mutabandama, Emmanuel Rusingiza

“…Younger age, longer operative times, number of inotropes and the presence of complications were associated with an increased intensive care unit stay. Conclusions The 30-day surgical outcomes are favorable compared to programs with a similar case mix, showing that pediatric cardiac surgery can be safely performed in developing countries with local cardiac teams. …”
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tPA‐GFP is a reliable probe for detecting compound exocytosis in human pancreatic β‐cells by Aishwarya A. Makam, Shruti Sharma, Prajwal Nagle, Nandhini M. Sundaram, Vidya Mangala Prasad, Nikhil R. Gandasi

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Navigating DR-TB Treatment care: a qualitative exploration of barriers and facilitators to retention in care among people with history of early disengagement from drug-resistant tu... by Ndiviwe Mphothulo, Sindisiwe Hlangu, Jennifer Furin, Mosa Moshabela, Marian Loveday

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Using nutritional survey data to inform the design of sugar-sweetened beverage taxes in low-resource contexts: a cross-sectional analysis based on data from an adult Caribbean popu... by Jean Adams, Nigel Unwin, Ian Hambleton, Fumiaki Imamura, Rachel Harris, Miriam Alvarado, Angela Rose

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Comparing the effectiveness, safety and tolerability of interventions for depressive symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis proto... by Amalia Karahalios, Allan G Kermode, Yvonne C Learmonth, Julia Lyons, Stephanie Campese, Alexandra Metse, Claudia H Marck

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Immersive virtual reality to assess unilateral spatial neglect in stroke patients: a preliminary study by Chloé Sauvage, Pierre Chaulet, Luana Rivas Lopez, Johanne Garbusinski, Pierre Cabaraux, Zachary Duvigneaud, Stéphane Baudry

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The Health Impacts of Air Pollution in the Context of Changing Climate in Africa: A Narrative Review with Recommendations for Action by Lynn M Atuyambe, Raphael E Arku, Natasha Naidoo, Thandi Kapwata, Kwaku Poku Asante, Guéladio Cissé, Belay Simane, Caradee Y Wright, Kiros Berhane

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Psilocybin-assisted therapy for reducing alcohol intake in patients with alcohol use disorder: protocol for a randomised, double-blinded, placebo-controlled 12-week clinical trial... by Claus Thorn Ekstrøm, Patrick MacDonald Fisher, Gitte Moos Knudsen, Dea Siggaard Stenbæk, Anders Fink-Jensen, Mathias Ebbesen Jensen, Tobias Søgaard Juul

“…Ninety treatment-seeking patients, aged 20–70 years, diagnosed with alcohol use disorder will be recruited from the community via advertisement and referrals from general practitioners or specialised treatment units. The psilocybin or placebo will be administered in accordance with a protocol for psychological support before, during and after the dosing. …”
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Clinical and epidemiological analysis of COVID-19 in End-Stage Renal Disease patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis: A study from Golestan province by Samira Juibari, Anna Rashedi, Mohammad Mojerloo, Zeinab Mohammadi, Saied Amirkhanlou

“…Furthermore, this study aimed to provide insights into the epidemic status of COVID-19 in this specific population, contributing to better insight into the unique challenges faced by ESRD patients on hemodialysis during the pandemic. …”
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Blood Pressure Control among Hypertensive Diabetic Patients on Follow-Up at Chronic Clinic of Nekemte Referral Hospital in West Ethiopia by Mohammed Gebre Dedefo, Dureti Bayisa Gemechu, Ginenus Fekadu, Tesfa Tekle Dibessa

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Pregnancy in Sickle Cell Disease Is a Very High-Risk Situation: An Observational Study by Narcisse Elenga, Aurélie Adeline, John Balcaen, Tania Vaz, Mélanie Calvez, Anne Terraz, Laetitia Accrombessi, Gabriel Carles

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Rehabilitation program for elderly to improve physical and cognitive activities using Nintendo Switch: A feasibility study in care settings by Andreia Maria Novo Lima, Maria Teresa Moreira, Maria Salomé Ferreira, Vítor Parola, Sandra Rodrigues, Ana Cristina Corucho Barbeitos Pinto, Telmo Lima Costa, Carla Sílvia Fernandes

“…Over eight weeks, 14 elderly individuals participated in rehabilitation sessions using exergames, utilizing the Nintendo Switch twice a week. Usability was assessed through the System Usability Scale, and intrinsic motivation was measured using the Intrinsic Motivation Inventory. …”
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Research on High-Speed Railway Subgrade Design Method Based on Energy Dissipation and Dynamic Stability Characteristics by Zongqi Bi, Yangsheng Ye, Degou Cai, Hongye Yan, Mingzhe Ouyang, Ke Su

“…The correlation between unit volume dissipated energy and shakedown state under cyclic loading conditions is identified. …”
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Preoperative neck ultrasound combined with pathological data can significantly impact the outcome of medullary thyroid carcinoma by Maurilio Deandrea, Tommaso Piticchio, Alberto Mormile, Francesca Retta, Giovanni Canale, Alessandra Caracciolo, Lorenzo Daniele, Pierpaolo Trimboli

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A Small Increase in Serum Creatinine within 48 h of Hospital Admission Is an Independent Predictor of In-Hospital Adverse Outcomes in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial... by Jiajia Zhu, Wenxian Liu, Jiang Li, Changsheng Ma, Dong Zhao

“…Clinical trial registration: URL: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT02306616.…”
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Case report of the first use of a hydrogel rectal spacer for prostate cancer reirradiation via LDR brachytherapy: applications and technical notes by Amina Lazrek, Sebastiano Finocchi Ghersi, Adeline Petre, Sarah Houabes, Anne-Agathe Serre, Frederic Gassa, Magali Sandt, Cecile Laude, Camille Roukoz, Salvatore Cozzi

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Cost-Effectiveness of a New Outpatient Pulmonology Care Model Based on Physician-to-Physician Electronic Consultation by José Manuel Álvarez-Dobaño, Malena Toubes, José Ángel Novo-Platas, Francisco Reyes-Santías, Gerardo Atienza, Manuel Portela, Carlos Rábade, Tamara Lourido, Ana Casal, Carlota Rodríguez-García, Vanessa Riveiro, Romina Abelleira, Jorge Ricoy, Nuria Rodríguez-Núñez, Carlos Zamarrón, Felipe Calle, Francisco Gude, Luis Valdés

“…This study assesses the impact of an electronic physician-to-physician consultation program on the waiting list and the costs of a Pulmonology Unit. Materials and Methods. A prepost intervention study was conducted after a new ambulatory pulmonary care protocol was implemented and the capacity of the unit was adopted. …”
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Development and validation of a model to identify polycystic ovary syndrome in the French national administrative health database by Eugénie Micolon, Sandrine Loubiere, Appoline Zimmermann, Julie Berbis, Pascal Auquier, Blandine Courbiere

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