Osmotic laxatives do not alter dabigatran plasma concentration in healthy volunteers – a randomized, controlled, cross-over trial by Matthias Weiss-Tessbach, Al Medina Dizdarevic, Alexander Kupis, Thorsten Bischof, Christa Firbas, Peter Quehenberger, Ulla Derhaschnig, Max Frimmel, Bernd Jilma, Christian Schoergenhofer

“…Statistical analysis was performed using a linear mixed-effects model on log-transformed AUC values.ResultsThe main pharmacokinetic parameters AUC, Cmax, Tmax, or t1/2 did not differ significantly between most treatment periods. …”
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Birthweight and its association with cardiometabolic risk parameters in rural Maya children from Yucatan, Mexico by Julio Lara-Riegos, Hugo Azcorra, Juan Carlos Salazar-Rendón, Víctor Arana-Argáez, María Teresa Castillo-Burguete, Nina Mendez-Dominguez

“…Dependent variables were: fat mass index (FMI), body mass index (BMI), glucose (G), triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), LDL/HDL and TC/HDL ratios and metabolic index (TGxG/HDL2). Outcomes were transformed to y = 100 log(e)x and the resulting estimates are interpreted as symmetrical percentage differences. …”
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Efectividad de una metodología para contribuir a la habilidad de solucionar problemas en la asignatura Embriología Médica by Elena Vicenta Hernández Navarro, Jorge Luis Losada Guerra, Lizette Elena Leiva Suero, Marcelo Mantilla-Falcón

“…Conclusion: The methodology application was effective about the favorable transformation of dimensions and indicators of problem-solving skill, expressed in higher levels of mastery in functional invariants execution of the skill by the students.…”
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Effects of selection for litter size variability on ovarian folliculogenesis, ovarian cell proliferation, apoptosis, and production of regulatory peptides in rabbits by Imane Hadjadj, Zuzana Fabová, Maria de la Luz García, Barbora Loncová, Martin Morovic, Peter Makovicky, Ivan Agea, Alexander V. Sirotkin, María-José Argente

“…Furthermore, OGCs were subjected to proteomic analysis by using the nano HPLC-Chip-MS/MS method. The release of progesterone and oestradiol was measured by ELISA. …”
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Quantitative analysis of patient motion in walk-through PET scanner and standard axial field of view pet scanner using infrared-based tracking by Rabia Aziz, Jens Maebe, Florence Marie Muller, Yves D’Asseler, Stefaan Vandenberghe

“…This study evaluates the degree of motion in the WT-PET system and compares it with the standard PET-CT. Methods Three studies were conducted with healthy volunteers to estimate motion. …”
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Building an educational unit with the Blackboard system to train female students on clothing manufacturing techniques by Ola Salem Mohammed Saleh Al-Hasni

“…The search found : 1- There are statistically significant differences between the average scores of female students in the pre- and post-application of the educational unit on the “Blackboard” system for training on clothing manufacturing techniques, in favor of the post-application. 2- There are statistically significant differences between the average scores of female students in the pre- and post-application of the achievement test in favor of the post-application. 3- There are statistically significant differences between the average scores of female students in the pre- and post-application of the skill performance test in favor of the post-application.    …”
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Enhancing STEM outcomes through mentorship (Mis)matching: an identity grafting approach by Daphnee Hui Lin Lee, Sze Wing Bertha Mak, Kam Kong Derek Lit, Kwan Choi Thomas Tse, Ching Sing Chai

“…Although matched mentorship can improve rapport between mentors and mentees, mismatched mentorship, even in deep identity domains, can facilitate transformative learning for both mentors and mentees, depending on how team members reconcile differences. …”
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Investigation of genetic polymorphisms in genes encoding growth factors and dental pulp calcification in orthodontic patients by Sandra Regina Santos Meyfarth, Iago Ramirez, Alice Corrêa Silva-Sousa, Peter Proff, Marilisa Carneiro Leão Gabardo, Manoel Damião Sousa-Neto, Flares Baratto-Filho, Erika Calvano Küchler, Leonardo Santos Antunes, Christian Kirschneck

“…Materials and methods: Digital orthopantomography (OPG) and genomic DNA from 132 patients were analyzed in this cross-sectional study. …”
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Nursing Students’ Attitudes Toward Artificial Intelligence: Palestinian Perspectives by Basma Salameh RN, PhD, Jamal Qaddumi RN, PhD, Bahaaeddin Hammad RN, PhD, Faida Eqtit RN, PhD, Ahmad Juma Ibraheem Ayed RN, PhD, Imad Fashafsheh RN, PhD, Mohammed ALBashtawy RN, PhD, Fadia Reshia RN, PhD, Ivan Lukic MD, PhD

“…Background Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming the nursing profession, enhancing patient care, and shaping future nursing practice. …”
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Endoscopic ultrasound-guided ethanol vs ethanol combined with paclitaxel for the ablation of pancreatic cystic lesions: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Cong Ding, Jianfeng Yang, Jing Yang, Qiang Liu, Yishen Mao, Qi Ding, Ye Gu, Xiaofeng Zhang

“…Abstract Background Some pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs) have the risk of malignant transformation, but the complications of pancreatic surgery are high, and minimally invasive treatment is imperative. …”
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Thermal Characteristics and Kinetics of the Thermal Degradation of Sugar Beet Waste Leaves and Pulp in Relation to Chemical Composition by Sanja Ostojić, Darko Micić, Josipa Dukić, Iva Sabljak, Ayça Akyüz, Seda Ersus, Anet Režek Jambrak

“…The kinetic parameters of the degradation, obtained by Ortega and Friedman non-isothermal isoconversional methods did not significantly differ between models: Ea-activation energy at a conversion degree 0.1–0.9 ranged 50–200 kJ/mol; lnA- the natural logarithm of the pre-exponential factor 8–48; kp₁-thermal degradation rate constant at a conversion extent of 0.5 ranged of 0.19–2.55 min⁻¹. …”
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Human Papillomavirus-Encoded microRNAs as Regulators of Human Gene Expression in Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Meta-Transcriptomics Study by Daniel J. García, Marco A. Pulpillo-Berrocal, José L. Ruiz, Eduardo Andrés-León, Laura C. Terrón-Camero

“…The role of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) in tumorigenesis is recognized, but the impact of viral ncRNAs on host gene expression remains unclear. <b>Methods:</b> We re-analyzed total RNA-Seq data from 70 anal biopsies: 31 low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (LGSIL), 16 high-grade SIL (HGSIL), and 23 ASCC cases. …”
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Personal determinants of vandal behaviour among urban school and student youth from a gender perspective by O. V. Kruzhkova, I. V. Deviatovskaia, M. S. Krivoshchekova

“…In such a case, the question of the personal determination of vandal behaviour of schoolchildren and students as active subjects transforming the environment remains open.The aim of the present research was to identify personality characteristics as facilitating and inhibiting predictors of motivational readiness for vandal behaviour of school and university students in a modern Russian megalopolis taking into account the gender factor.Research methodology, methods and techniques. …”
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An exploratory study of electronic medical record implementation and recordkeeping culture: the case of hospitals in Indonesia by Md. Khalid Hossain, Juliana Sutanto, Putu Wuri Handayani, Anasthasia Agnes Haryanto, Joy Bhowmik, Viviane Frings-Hessami

“…Abstract Background The digitization of healthcare, through electronic medical records (EMRs), is recognized globally as a transformative initiative. Indonesia mandated all healthcare facilities to adopt EMRs by December 31, 2023. …”
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A Pharmacokinetic Study of Zavegepant Nasal Spray in Healthy Adults Comparing Conventional Venous Blood Sampling With Patient‐Centric Microsampling by Mohamed H. Shahin, Ogert Fisniku, Ding Ding, Katty Wan, Sergey Dubrovin, Kyle Matschke, Olga Kavetska, Robert Fountaine, Jing Liu

“…PK parameters were calculated using non‐compartmental methods. Natural log‐transformed areas under the plasma/serum concentration‐time profile from time zero to the time of the last quantifiable concentration (AUClast) and maximum serum/plasma concentration (Cmax) of zavegepant were analyzed using a mixed‐effects model, with blood collection as a fixed effect and participant as a random effect. …”
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Epidemiological characteristics and clinical manifestations of acute non-A-E hepatitis by Delić Dragan, Mitrović Nikola, Radovanović-Spurnić Aleksandra, Stojković-Švirtlih Neda, Simonović-Babić Jasmina

“…On the other hand, by duration of the disease (mean duration was 67.1 ± 27.1) and chronic transformation, non-A-E AH resembled to acute hepatitis B. …”
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Association Between Prevention Focus and Sedentary Behavior in Older Adults: Cross-Sectional Study by Jethro Raphael Suarez, Amber Blount, Kworweinski Lafontant, Joon-Hyuk Park, Rui Xie, Nichole Lighthall, Ladda Thiamwong

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to determine the association between prevention and promotion focus with SB in older adults, as well as compare these associations with two factors (ie, age and BMI) that are commonly known to have an association with SB among older adults. MethodsA cross-sectional analysis was conducted among 93 community-dwelling older adults with a mean age of 74.98 (SD 6.68) years. …”
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Elevated serum leptin levels are associated with low muscle strength and muscle quality in male patients undergoing chronic hemodialysis by Bang-Gee Hsu, Chih-Hsien Wang, Yu-Hsien Lai, Chiu-Huang Kuo, Yu-Li Lin

“…The cross-sectional study aimed to explore the correlation of serum leptin levels with muscle strength and muscle quality in patients with chronic HD. Materials and Methods: A total of 118 chronic HD patients were included in this study. …”
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Energy storage modification of coal gangue and its application in high-specific-energy batteries by Zhihui SUN, Yunbo WANG, Shuxuan MA, Meng LI

“…Through single factor experimental methods, the differences in composition, crystal structure, and local electronic environment between raw coal gangue and modified coal gangue were analyzed in depth, and the optimal conditions for modified coal gangue in energy storage applications were determined. …”
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The positive association between the atherogenic index of plasma and the risk of new-onset hypertension: a nationwide cohort study in China by Yue Yuan, Jing Shi, Wei Sun, Xiangqing Kong

“…Nevertheless, the association between the AIP and new-onset hypertension has not been elucidated in the Chinese population.Methods Prospective data were obtained from 3150 participants aged ≥ 18 years in the China Health and Nutrition Survey from 2009 to 2015. …”
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