Objective Tools for Assessing the Probability of Acute Appendicitis in Domestic Practice by P. A. Kotkov, B. V. Sigua, S. V. Petrov, A. A. Kozobin, I. L. Esayan, A. A. Chekirov, V. P. Zemlyanoy

“…This tactical solution, which is still difficult to implement in domestic conditions, limits the use of diagnostic scales and serves as a reason to search for other ways of using them.AIM OF THE STUDY To evaluate the external validity of the AIRS, Ripasa, AAS and Alvarado scales on the available clinical material and upon obtaining satisfactory results, to determine the applicability of these classifiers in matters of making specific tactical decisions.MATERIAL AND METHODS The work is based on the analysis of medical records of 293 patients hospitalized with suspected acute appendicitis at the St. …”
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R&D Expenditure and Innovation in the EU and Selected Member States by Radka MacGregor Pelikánová

“…This generates a set of original suggestions, such as that the differences between EU member states regarding innovations do not vanish and that although the Europe 2020 3% threshold is not met, the number of patented inventions and the practical digitalization can still grow across the EU. …”
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The predictive value of endplate morphology and pedicle screw bone quality score on screw loosening after single-level lumbar spinal fusion surgery by Jinxiang Zhan, Qipeng Wei, Weijun Guo, Zihao Liu, Shiji Chen, Qingyan Huang, Dongling Cai

“…Abstract Objective This study aims to explore the predictive value of endplate morphology and pedicle screw bone quality score on screw loosening after single-level lumbar spinal fusion surgery. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 207 patients who underwent single-level lumbar spinal fusion (34 in the screw loosening group and 173 in the non-screw loosening group). …”
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Uncovering the link between cardiometabolic index and depression in diabetes: a large-scale population study by Nuo Ma, Jiasuer. Alifu, Guilin Meng, Jiangping Ma, Haichao Wang, Xiulin Meng, Xueyuan Liu

“…Depression risk increased significantly below this threshold but plateaued beyond it, suggesting a threshold effect primarily within the moderate to high CMI range. …”
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Hyperuricaemia elevates risk of short-term readmission and mortality in patients with heart failure by Haibo Chen, Wei Wen, Jiahuan Rao, Ruihui Lai, Lingyan Jiang

“…Participants with HF were categorised into normouricaemia group (NUA) and hyperuricaemia group (HUA) based on a SUA threshold of 420 µmol/L. The association between SUA and primary endpoint was evaluated using Kaplan-Meier survival curves and Cox regression analysis.Results Baseline characteristics revealed significant differences between NUA and HUA groups, with the latter exhibiting a higher prevalence of males, chronic kidney disease (CKD) and elevated levels of various biomarkers. …”
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Estimation of lifetime survival and predictors of mortality among TB with HIV co-infected children after test and treat strategies launched in Northwest, Ethiopia, 2021; a multicen... by Ermias Sisay Chanie, Getnet Asmare Gelaye, Tesfaye Yimer Tadesse, Dejen Getaneh Feleke, Wubet Taklual Admas, Eshetie Molla Alemu, Melkalem Mamoye Azanaw, Sofonyas Abebaw Tiruneh, Alemayehu Digssie Gebremariam, Binyam Minuye Birhane, Wubet Alebachew Bayih, Getachew Aragie

“…Hence, this study aims to estimate lifetime survival and predictors of mortality among TB with HIV co-infected children after test and treat strategies launched in Northwest Ethiopia Hospitals, 2021.<h4>Methods</h4>Institution-based historical follow-up study was conducted in Northwest Ethiopia Hospitals among 227 Tuberculosis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus co-infected children from March 1, 2014, to January 12, 2021. …”
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Effects of a Low-Dose Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Cardiovascular Conditioning Parameters in Patients with Heart Disease by Pablo Reyes, Quirino Mejía Melara, José Onan Saldívar Ramírez, José Solís, Fernando Tienda López, Ramiro Flores Ramírez

“…AIM: To evaluate the effects of low-dose cardiac rehabilitation on cardiovascular performance parameters in patients with heart disease. METHODS: A longitudinal, retrospective, observational, and analytical study was conducted. …”
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Performance of the early warning system score in predicting postoperative complications in older versus younger patients by Annick Stolze, Lisette Vernooij, Dianne de Korte-de Boer, Markus W. Hollmann, Wolfgang F. F. A. Buhre, Christa Boer, Peter G. Noordzij, the TRACE Study Investigators Group

“…This study assessed the prognostic value of EWS scores to predict severe postoperative complications in older patients compared to younger patients. Methods This study utilized data from the TRACE study. …”
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Effect of Simple Myopic Astigmatism and Its Axis on Near Visual Performance for Thai Alphabet in Pseudophakic Eyes by Pakviwat P, Moollaong C, Borvonshivabhumi S, Roongpoovapatr V

“…This study investigated the effect of astigmatism and its axis on distance and near visual acuity (VA), and near visual performance for the Thai alphabet using the Thai MNREAD chart.Design: Investigational simulation.Methods: Distance (6.0 m) VA, near (40 cm) VA and near visual performance (maximum reading speed [MRS], threshold print size [TPS] and reading acuity [RA]), were assessed by the Thai MNREAD chart monocularly in 31 pseudophakic eyes (62.8 ± 8.55 years). …”
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Growth dynamics of splenic artery aneurysms: morphology, comorbidities, and vascular anatomical factors by Ahmet Tanyeri, Aygün Katmerlikaya, Rıdvan Akbulut, Mehmet Burak Çildağ

“…This study investigates the long-term growth dynamics of SAAs and their associated risk factors. Methods This retrospective cohort study included 49 patients with true SAAs who were assessed between 2014 and 2024. …”
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Influence of intravenous lidocaine infusion on haemodynamic response to tracheal intubation and metabolic-hormonal responses during laparoscopic procedures in children: a randomise... by Maciej Kaszyński, Alicja Kuczerowska, Justyna Pietrzyk, Piotr Sawicki, Paweł Witt, Barbara Stankiewicz, Marek Darowski, Izabela Pągowska-Klimek

“…This study aimed to determine if intravenous lidocaine alleviates the haemodynamic, metabolic, and hormonal responses to intubation and laparoscopic surgery in children. Methods A single-centre, parallel, double-masked, randomised, placebo-controlled trial. 132 patients, aged 18 months to 18 years, with no contraindications to lidocaine administration and qualified for laparoscopic appendectomy were enrolled. …”
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The peak oxygen uptake of healthy Turkish children with reference to age and sex: a pilot study by Yeşim Gürsel, Birkan Sonel, Haydar Gök, Peyman Yalçin

“…Assessment of VO2 by graded exercise stress testing by treadmill is accepted as a safe and effective method of evaluating the physical fitness of children. …”
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Division, Naming, and Spatial Distribution Characteristics of Small Watersheds in Mixed Terrains:A Case Study of Yingwen River Basin by CHEN Fei-yong, CHEN Qian-xun, JIANG Qian-qian, MA Shu-juan, XU Jing-tao, REN Guang-xin, CHENG Xiao-xiang, WANG Jin

“…The optimal catchment threshold was determined using the river network density method. …”
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InSAR deformation observation and regional severe earthquake hazard analysis of the 2016 and 2022 strong earthquake activities in Menyuan, Qinghai by CHENG Yan, JIANG Yanan, HOU Zhongjian, ZENG Rui, LUO Huiyuan

“…Methods  In order to quantitatively analyze the activity characteristics of the Menyuan seismic sequence using InSAR technology to obtain the coseismic deformation field of the Menyuan earthquake of 2016 and 2022 and establish an appropriate fault model, the fine slip distributions of the two earthquakes were obtained through steepest decent method (SDM). …”
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Characterization of RAP Signal Patterns, Temporal Relationships, and Artifact Profiles Derived from Intracranial Pressure Sensors in Acute Traumatic Neural Injury by Abrar Islam, Amanjyot Singh Sainbhi, Kevin Y. Stein, Nuray Vakitbilir, Alwyn Gomez, Noah Silvaggio, Tobias Bergmann, Mansoor Hayat, Logan Froese, Frederick A. Zeiler

“…The goal of this work is to explore the general description of (a) RAP signal patterns and behaviors derived from ICP pressure transducers, (b) temporal statistical relationships, and (c) the characterization of the artifact profile. Methods: Different summary and statistical measurements were used to describe RAP’s pattern and behaviors, along with performing sub-group analyses. …”
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Automated pavement marking integrity assessment using a UAV platform – a test case of public parking by Payam Rahnamayiezekavat, Di Wang, Jian Chai, Sungkon Moon, Maria Rashidi, Xiangyu Wang

“…After detecting all parking lines from images, the Otsu method was employed to determine the threshold of 0.9 as the quantitative indicator of painting quality. …”
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Performance Evaluation of Rapid Entire Body Assessment Using AI-Assisted Ergonomic Analysis in Dentistry by Benhar Arvind Manohar, Jebakani Devaraj, Chellapandian Maheswaran, Selvan Pugalenthi

“…The optimized REBA score profile establishes a maximum attainable threshold for dentists, directing them towards the lower scores. …”
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Discussing the epidemiology of COVID-19 model with the effective numerical scheme by Abeer Aljohani, Shahbaz Mustafa, Shan Ali Khan, Abdullah Alhushaybari, Herbert Mukalazi

“…Calculated simulations show that the NSFD method preserves the important aspects of the continuous model. …”
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Basic research on CVD single crystal diamond processing by UV nanosecond laser by Huabin ZHAN, Kaixuan FENG, Yupeng CHEN, Jing LI, Jiawei WEI, Jianhui CHEN, Qi HAO, Changwei WAN, Ni CHEN

“…Based on the advantages of high precision, high efficiency and easy automation of laser processing, this paper adopts the ultraviolet nanosecond laser for CVD single diamond etching, and combines the laser line etching energy model with the basic research on the law of laser processing and etching principle.MethodsA UV nanosecond laser is used to carry out basic research on the laws of laser processing and etching principle through the ablation threshold test, laser energy modeling and line etching test, scanning electron microscope observation and energy spectrum analysis test. …”
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Research on Monitoring Oceanic Precipitable Water Vapor and Short-Term Rainfall Forecasting Using Low-Cost Global Navigation Satellite System Buoy by Maosheng Zhou, Pengcheng Wang, Zelu Ji, Yunzhou Li, Dingfeng Yu, Zengzhou Hao, Min Li, Delu Pan

“…The results show that the GNSS-derived PWV from the buoy platform is highly consistent with ERA5 data in both trend and characteristics, with an RMSE of 3.8 mm for the difference between GNSS-derived PWV and ERA5 PWV. To enhance rainfall forecasting accuracy, a balanced threshold selection (BTS) method is proposed, significantly improving the balance between the probability of detection (POD) and false alarm rate (FAR). …”
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