Effectiveness of predictive scoring systems in predicting mortality in relation to baseline kidney function in adult intensive care unit patients: a systematic review protocol by Greg Knoll, Ayub Akbari, Risa Shorr, Edward G Clark, Gregory L Hundemer, Amos Buh, Hajar El Wadia, Abdulghani Omar Kabli, Marisha Karim, Nandini Biyani, Inok Lee

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(Cost-)effectiveness of lower extremity nerve decompression surgery in subjects with diabetes: the DeCompression (DECO) trial—study protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Manuel Castro Cabezas, Erwin Birnie, Willem D Rinkel, Tirzah M Fakkel, J Henk Coert

“…This results in nerve dysfunction. Surgical treatment of compression neuropathies in the lower extremities (lower extremity nerve decompression (LEND)) results in relief of symptoms and gain in peripheral nerve function, which may lead to less sensory loss (short term) and less associated detrimental effects including foot ulceration and amputations, and lower costs (long term). …”
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The Effects of <i>P5CR</i> Gene Function of Endophytic Fungus <i>Alternaria oxytropis</i> OW7.8 on Swainsonine Biosynthesis by Fan Yang, Yinzhe Li, Ping Lu, Yu Wang, Feng Gao, Bo Yuan, Ling Du, Yuling Li, Kai Jiang

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Protective Effects of <i>Physalis angulata</i> on Podocythopathies Through B-Cell-Activating Factor Inhibition in Doxorubicin-Induced Nephrotic Syndrome Rat Model by Astrid K. Kardani, Loeki E. Fitri, Nur Samsu, Krisni Subandiyah

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: Nephrotic syndrome, a glomerular disease caused by podocyte dysfunction, is characterized by proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and hyperlipidemia. …”
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Mid‐term effects on sinus node function following additional empirical superior vena cava isolation in atrial fibrillation patients with sick sinus syndrome by Miwa Kanai, Satoshi Higuchi, Masayuki Sakai, Yuko Matsui, Shun Hasegawa, Daigo Yagishita, Morio Shoda, Junichi Yamaguchi

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Study protocol for a randomised controlled trial on the effect of local analgesia for pain relief after minimal invasive sacroiliac joint fusion: the ARTEMIS study by Kris L L Movig, Sem M M Hermans, Jorm M Nellensteijn, Henk van Santbrink, Rob Knoef, Mattheus K Reinders, Daisy M N Hoofwijk, Jan W Potters, Inez Curfs, Wouter L W van Hemert

“…Introduction Chronic lower back pain is a common report in the general population. A dysfunctional sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is estimated to be responsible for one in five patients with lower back pain. …”
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Effect of ultrasound-guided thoracolumbar interfascial plane block on postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar intervertebral fusion: a prospective observatio... by Ying Zhang, Quanmei Lu, Jiaojiao Gao, Yongxing Sun, Wenqi Lu, Yanzhi Luo

“…Abstract Background Posterior lumbar intervertebral fusion (PLIF) is a common surgical procedure, but postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction remains a concern. This study evaluated the effect of ultrasound-guided thoracolumbar interfascial plane (TLIP) block on postoperative recovery in PLIF patients. …”
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The Effect of Erythrocyte-Containing Donor Blood Components in the Priming of the Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuit on the Development of Systemic Inflammation During Correction of Cong... by D. V. Borisenko, A. A. Ivkin, D. L. Shukevich, R. A. Kornelyuk

“…The safety of the proposed strategy of skipping the donor blood was confirmed by lack of any organ dysfunction in all patients, as well as a significant difference in the balance of oxygen delivery and consumption. …”
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Effect of spironolactone on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with hypertension and glucose metabolism disorders (ESCAM): a study protocol for a pragmatic randomis... by Nanfang Li, Lin Wang, Qin Luo, Jing Hong, Yuanyuan Li, Mengyue Lin, Mulalibieke Heizhati, Jina Yili, Xiaoguang Yao, Qing Zhu

“…We will also assess the effects of spironolactone on individual cardiovascular events and the progression of diabetes and renal dysfunction.Ethics and dissemination This protocol was approved by the Independent Ethics Committee of People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (no. 2020020618). …”
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The effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation in enhancing lower extremity function in children with spastic cerebral palsy: Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysi... by Clàudia Arumí-Trujillo, Francisco José Verdejo-Amengual, Oriol Martínez-Navarro, Jord J.T. Vink, Fran Valenzuela-Pascual

“…Children with Cerebral Palsy (CP22 Cerebral Palsy.) exhibit altered cortical excitability, and while CP remains incurable, physiotherapy combined with other interventions is essential for managing motor dysfunction. Although some studies have examined NIBS using various stimulation parameters, there is limited evidence regarding its effects on the lower extremities and optimal administration protocols. …”
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The preventive effect of sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors on atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter in patients with chronic kidney disease: a meta-analysis by Qian Yang, Chen Wang, Wenjing Wang, Yanhong Li, Yi Dang

“…BackgroundThe presence of atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter (AFL) in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can exacerbate renal dysfunction, which in turn increases the onset of AF or AFL. …”
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The effect of Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) on seizure control, cognitive function, and quality of life in individuals with drug‐resistant epilepsy: A systematic review article by Daniel Molla Melese, Abebaye Aragaw, Wondyefraw Mekonen

“…Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effect of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) on seizure control, cognitive functions, and quality of life in individuals with drug‐resistant epilepsy. …”
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EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM CONTINUOUS POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE THERAPY (CPAP) ON EPICARDIAL FAT THICKNESS AND ARTERIAL STIFFNESS IN PATIENTS WITH OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA AND HYPERTENSION by M. V. Gorbunova, S. L. Babak, A. G. Malyavin

“…After 12 months of A-Flex therapy we found a significant decrease of HOMA-IR -4,22 (95% Cl from -5,36 to -2,35; P=0,001), decrease AI -21,05 % (95% Cl from -26,5 to -17,4; P=0,001), decrease EFT -4,0 mm (95% Cl from-5,8 to -2,7; P=0,001) in severe OSA patients.Conclusions: The 12-month A-Flex therapy in moderate and severe OSA patients with AH has a significant therapeutic effect of stabilization systolic and diastolic blood pressure, level of blood lipids and epicardial fat thickness, level of endothelial dysfunction. …”
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Effects of SGLT2 Inhibitors on Sleep Apnea Parameters and Cheyne–Stokes Respiration in Patients with Acute Decompensated Heart Failure: A Prospective Cohort Study by Petar Kalaydzhiev, Tsvetelina Velikova, Yanitsa Davidkova, Gergana Voynova, Angelina Borizanova, Natalia Spasova, Neli Georgieva, Radostina Ilieva, Elena Kinova, Assen Goudev

“…Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) have demonstrated cardiorenal benefits in heart failure, but their effects on nocturnal respiratory parameters remain underexplored. …”
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Redox Homeostasis Index as a Criterion for Differentiated Inclusion of Antioxidants in Complex Treatment of the Patients with Liver Cirrhosis of Different Severity Degrees and Eval... by O. Fayura, M. Abrahamovych, O. Abrahamovych, L. Fayura

“…To characterize the redox homeostasis index (RHI) as a criterion for the differentiated inclusion of antioxidants in the complex treatment of the patients with liver cirrhosis of different severity degree and evaluation of its effectiveness. Materials and methods. The study was conducted in three steps. …”
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Effect of Electroacupuncture on Short-Chain Fatty Acids in Peripheral Blood after Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion/Reperfusion in Rats Based on Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry... by Xiaohua Ke, Qing Xiang, Pingli Jiang, Weilin Liu, Minguang Yang, Yihan Yang, Dan Shi, Lidian Chen, Jing Tao

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Effect of cyclophospamide, doxorubicin, vincristine and prednisone/prednisolone (CHOP) chemotherapy regimens on left ventricular systolic function and cardiac structural abnormalit... by Imanita Septianda, Mochamad Yusuf Alsagaff, Budi Susetyo Pikir, Ami Ashariati, Muhamad Robiul Fuadi, Fatimah Zahra

“…Abstract Background The cyclophospamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone/prednisolone (CHOP) regimen, a standard treatment for aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), is effective but linked to chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity (CDIC), such as heart failure and left ventricular dysfunction. …”
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Effectiveness of web-based education program on knowledge, coping, burden, and quality of life among colorectal cancer caregivers in Vietnam: a quasi-experimental study by Hien Thi Nguyen, Hsiu-Hsin Tsai, Hong Thuy Phuong Huynh, Thuy Khanh Linh Tran, Tuan Anh Le, Li-Chueh Weng, Ching-Yu Cheng, Pei-Kwei Tsay, Wann-Yun Shieh, Chia-Yih Liu

“…Conclusions The WBEP demonstrated a positive effect on the experimental group in decreasing the use of emotion-focused coping, dysfunctional coping, and burden of care for caregivers but not on knowledge and QoL. …”
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Effect of osteopathic manipulation on neck kinematics using X-Sens motion capture in non-specific neck pain: a protocol for randomised controlled trial by Sharath Hullumani, Raghuveer Raghumahanti, Irshad Qureshi

“…Osteopathic manipulation has shown promise in addressing biomechanical dysfunctions and restoring normal neck mobility. This randomised controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of osteopathic manipulation combined with standard physiotherapy on neck kinematics in individuals with NSNP using X-Sens motion capture analysis. …”
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Effect of dry needling plus static stretching on plantar flexor spasticity, function, and quality of life in a patient with chronic stroke: a case report by Mahdi Esmaeeli, Nastaran Ghotbi, Kazem Malmir, Noureddin Nakhostin Ansari, Pablo Herrero, Shohreh Jalaie, Elham Loni, Sajede Mazidi

“…This study reported the additional effects of dry needling on static stretching in reducing spasticity and function in a chronic stroke patient. …”
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