Evaluation of the impact of the state of emergency during the COVID-19 pandemic on childhood immunizations in Benguela Province, Angola by Tadatsugu Imamura, Keiji Mochida, Balogun Olukunmi, Lino Tchicondingosse, Pedro Sapalalo, Ketha Rubuz Francisco, Ai Aoki, Akira Ishiguro, Kenji Takehara

“…The immunization rates in the recommended month showed a similar trend, except for the stratified analysis for rural municipalities, where the rates were 2.3–4.1% lower in the post-SoE than in the pre-SoE groups. The most common reason for missing immunization was vaccine unavailability at health units (19.9%, 684/3,440). …”
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A meta-analysis of whole blood transcriptome reveals genes associated with increased neutrophil activity and T cell suppression in sepsis by T. N. Shruthi, Anbazhagan Kolandaswamy, Prabakara Somanna

“…Significant (p-value ≤ 0.05 and log fold change ≤ − 1.5 or ≥  + 1.5) common genes from six studies were subjected to network analysis and functional enrichment analysis to identify enriched Gene ontology (GO) terms, Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes pathways and hub genes. …”
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Machine learning using random forest to model heavy metals removal efficiency using a zeolite-embedded sheet in water by N.D. Takarina, N. Matsue, E. Johan, A. Adiwibowo, M.F.N.K. Rahmawati, S.A. Pramudyawardhani, T. Wukirsari

“…The novelty of this study is, first, the development of a zeolite-embedded sheet to remove heavy metals from water, and second, the use of the random forest method to model the heavy metal removal efficiency of a zeolite-embedded sheet in water.METHODS: The heavy metals studied were copper, lead and zinc, considering that those are common heavy metals found in water. For developing the zeolite-embedded sheet, the methods include fabrication of the zeolite-embedded sheet using a heating procedure and heavy metals adsorption treatment using the zeolite-embedded sheet. …”
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The appearance of scalp high‐frequency oscillations is associated with poor seizure control in pediatric epilepsy patients by Keisuke Maeda, Nami Hosoda, Himari Tsuboi, Honoka Naito, Chiaki Kudo, Junichi Fukumoto, Shiho Fujita, Naohiro Ichino, Keisuke Osakabe, Keiko Sugimoto, Shunta Yamaguchi, Naoko Ishihara

“…Results Scalp HFO was seen more commonly and with a significantly higher detection rate in patients with poor seizure control as compared with patients with good seizure control for both ripple and fast ripple. …”
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Barriers and enablers to implementing clinical practice guidelines in primary care: an overview of systematic reviews by Tao Wang, Xian-Liang Liu, Jing-Yu (Benjamin) Tan, Isabella Zhao

“…Six categories of barriers and enablers were identified, which include (1) political, social and culture factors, (2) institutional environment and resources factors, (3) guideline itself related factors, (4) healthcare provider-related factors, (5) patient-related factors and (6) behavioural regulation-related factors. The most commonly reported barriers within the above-mentioned categories were suboptimal healthcare networks and interprofessional communication pathways, time constraints, poor applicability of CPGs in real-world practice, lack of knowledge and skills, poor motivations and adherence, and inadequate reinforcement (eg, remuneration). …”
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Thermodynamic Analysis of CRDI-VCR Type Diesel Engine Fueled with Moringa Oleifera Biodiesel by Vasant Patel, Vyomesh Buch

“…The purpose of the present study is to examine the impact of Compression Ratio (CR) on energy and exergy efficiency of a Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) and Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) type diesel engine powered by a blend of diesel and biodiesel from Moringa oleifera. …”
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Radiography may not be accurate in assessing acute ankle sprains in children by Xiongtao Li, Xiantao Shen, Si Wang, Jie Sun, Zhaoting Liu

“…Abstract Background Acute ankle sprains are among the most common injuries in children and are often associated with chondral avulsion fractures and ligament injuries. …”
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Determination of Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Crimean–Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) in the Endemic Region in Turkey: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Rıza Çıtıl, Mücahit Eğri, Yalçın Önder, Fazilet Duygu, Yunus Emre Bulut, Özkan Yaşayancan, Nagehan Yıldız Çeltek, Şafak Şahin

“…CCHF seroprevalence is still a common public health problem in Tokat, Turkey. Male gender, advanced age group, low-educated, low-income, farmers, animal husbandry, and history of tick contact were found to be risk factors for CCHF. …”
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Association between PNPLA2 Gene Polymorphisms and the Risk of Diabetic Kidney Disease in a Chinese Han Population with Type 2 Diabetes by Hailing Zhao, Haojun Zhang, Yan Wang, Tingting Zhao, Meihua Yan, Xi Dong, Qian Wang, Jialin Li, Liang Ma, Ping Li

“…Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is one of the most common complications of diabetes and the leading cause of end-stage renal disease. …”
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Mfsd2a suppresses colorectal cancer progression and liver metastasis via the S100A14/STAT3 axis by Linfeng Sun, Xiangdong Li, Yuhao Xiao, Wenjie Yu, Xuyang Chen, Ziyi Wang, Nan Xia, Xuejiao Chen, Minhao Chen, Haoliang Zhu, Jie Li, Jie Wei, Sheng Han, Liyong Pu

“…Abstract Background Colorectal cancer (CRC) exhibits a high incidence globally, with the liver being the most common site of distant metastasis. At the time of diagnosis, 20–30% of CRC patients already present with liver metastases. …”
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Prevalence of Preoperative Anxiety and Associated Factors Among Surgical Patients: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis in Ethiopia by Magarsa Lami, Abraham Negash, Jerman Dereje, Ahmed Hiko, Sinetibeb Mesfin, Arsema Gebreyesus, Nano Belama, Nesredin Ahmed Omer, Bikila Balis, Usmael Jibro

“…Background: Preoperative anxiety is commonly characterized as a feeling of tension, apprehension, nervousness, distressing fear, and emotional discomfort preceding surgery. …”
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Direct effects of prolonged TNF-α and IL-6 exposure on neural activity in human iPSC-derived neuron-astrocyte co-cultures by Noah Goshi, Doris Lam, Chandrakumar Bogguri, Vivek Kurien George, Aimy Sebastian, Jose Cadena, Nicole F. Leon, Nicholas R. Hum, Dina R. Weilhammer, Nicholas O. Fischer, Heather A. Enright

“…Cognitive impairment is one of the many symptoms reported by individuals suffering from long-COVID and other post-viral infection disorders such as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). A common factor among these conditions is a sustained immune response and increased levels of inflammatory cytokines. …”
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Dual regulation of the levels and function of Start transcriptional repressors drives G1 arrest in response to cell wall stress by Mihai Spiridon-Bodi, Cristina Ros-Carrero, J. Carlos Igual, Mercè Gomar-Alba

“…Abstract Background Many different stress signaling pathways converge in a common response: slowdown or arrest cell cycle in the G1 phase. …”
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Leucocytosis and Asymptomatic Urinary Tract Infections in Sickle Cell Patients at a Tertiary Hospital in Zambia by Taonga Musonda, Mildred Zulu, Mulemba Samutela, Annie Kalonda, Hamakwa Mantina, Pauline Okuku, Musalula Sinkala, Panji Nkhoma

“…Bacteriuria was found in 25% of participants. The most common bacterial isolates were Staphylococcus aureus (32%) and coagulase-negative Staphylococci (32%). …”
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External validation and revision of the Lafontaine criteria for unstable distal radius fractures: a retrospective study by Pornpanit Dissaneewate, Phatklao Thanavirun, Yanin Tangjaroenpaisan, Kantapon Dissaneewate

“…Abstract Background The Lafontaine criteria are the most commonly cited criteria for predicting unstable distal radius fractures. …”
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Real-world satisfaction and experience with injection and autoinjector device for ofatumumab indicated for multiple sclerosis by Amy Perrin Ross, Jacqueline Nicholas, Ming-Hui Tai, Stephen Yeung, Nazneen Fatima Shaikh, Helen Chen, Mariana Fernandes, Aaron Cortright, Kevin Hawkins

“…A higher proportion of DMT-experienced patients reported high satisfaction scores as compared to DMT-naïve patients (90.8% vs. 80.0%). The most common reasons for high satisfaction included reasonable administration time (90.5%), overall ease of use (89.5%), a monthly dosing schedule of ofatumumab (89.5%), the time required for device preparation (86.7%), ease of device preparation (81.9%), device ergonomics (76.2%), and portability (73.3%). …”
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Effect of Proparacaine 0.375%-Sodium Fluorescein 0.25% Eye Drop Mixture and Fluorescein Strip on Anterior Segment Parameters by Mustafa Doğan, Mehmet Cem Sabaner, Mehmet Akif Erol

“…To determine the effect of proparacaine 0.375%-sodium fluorescein 0.25% eye drop mixture and fluorescein strip on anterior segment parameters commonly used in routine ophthalmology practice. Methods. 115 healthy volunteers without any systemic or ocular disease were divided into two groups. 57 volunteers were in the proparacaine 0.375%-sodium fluorescein 0.25% eye drop mixture group, and 58 volunteers were in the fluorescein strip group. …”
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Surgical Treatment Patterns, Healthcare Resource Utilization, and Economic Burden in Patients with Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor Who Underwent Joint Surgery in the United States by Feng Lin, Winghan J. Kwong, Sherry Shi, Irina Pivneva, Eric Q. Wu, John A. Abraham

“…Opioids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and physical therapy, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation services, were commonly used during baseline (45%, 40%, and 30%, respectively). …”
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Nisin A-producing Lactococcus cremoris formulations for pre- and post-milking teat disinfection modulate the bovine milk microbiota by Alessandra Gazzola, Camilla Ceccarani, Bianca Castiglioni, Filippo Biscarini, Stefano Morandi, Tiziana Silvetti, Renata Piccinini, Milena Brasca, Paola Cremonesi

“…Abstract Background Bovine mastitis is a major challenge in dairy farms. Since the agents commonly used for pre- and post-dipping can affect the udder health by modifying milk microbiota, alternative products are needed. …”
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The Systemic Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training: A Systematic Review by Bradley C Miller, Alexander W Tirko, Justin M Shipe, Olivia R Sumeriski, Kelley Moran

“…PEDro scores ranged between 4 and 8, and had CEBM levels of evidence of 1 and 2. Common systems studied included cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, endocrine, and psychosocial. …”
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