Effect of early versus standard central line removal on growth of very low birthweight premature infants: a protocol for a non-inferiority randomised controlled trial by Paweł Krajewski, Justyna Romańska, Wojciech Margas, Joanna Seliga-Siwecka

“…The aim of this study is to determine whether earlier central line removal is non-inferior to its removal after reaching full enteral intake, in respect to growth outcome of preterm infants.Methods and analysis Very low birthweight premature infants will be recruited. …”
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Hydrogen and syngas production from gasification of lignocellulosic biomass in supercritical water media by Farid Safari, Ahmad Tavasoli, Abtin Ataei, Jun-Ki Choi

“…The purpose of this study is to investigate the production of hydrogen-rich syngas from wheat straw, walnut shell, and almond shell. Methods Supercritical water gasification is a promising technology to convert biomass into useful fuels. …”
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Challenges to ethical public engagement in research funding: a perspective from practice [version 2; peer review: 2 approved, 1 approved with reservations] by Neelke Doorn, Martijn Wiarda, Kalli Giannelos

“…To address these challenges, we propose the following seven interventions: (1) developing comprehensive recruitment strategies with experienced recruiters and community organizations; (2) establishing clear communication of roles, expectations, and outcomes through codes of conduct; (3) training mediators to address power imbalances; (4) designing flexible engagement methods and providing tailored support; (5) implementing collaborative feedback loops for inclusive funding call formulation; (6) enhancing ethical standards through internal expertise and external advisory inputs; and (7) developing adaptive strategies for flexible and ethical public engagement. …”
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Effect of industrial processing of crackers on the recovery and quantitation of allergens with ELISA kits by Cindy Hidalgo-Víquez, Rebeca López-Calvo, Adrián Roda-Brenes, Carolina Cortés-Herrera, Andrea Chacón

“…To determine the effect of processing on the recovery and quantification of allergens. Materials and methods. Study conducted in Costa Rica between 2020 and 2021 in the Compañía de galletas Pozuelo DCR. …”
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Breast silicone explant: a multicenter longitudinal study by Denis Souto Valente, William Massami Itikawa, Fabiana Catherino, Ricardo Votto, Anne Groth

“…This study aims to analyze the historical symptoms and ascertain breast explant patients’ impressions at three different times: before breast implant placement while having the implants, and after the explant surgery. Methods: This survey was designed as a multicenter longitudinal observational study using an online voluntary participation questionnaire sent by e-mail. …”
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The Axial Length of the Eyeball and Bioelectrical Activity of Masticatory and Neck Muscles: A Preliminary Report by Grzegorz Zieliński, Michał Baszczowski, Maria Rapa, Anna Matysik-Woźniak, Magdalena Zawadka, Jacek Szkutnik, Piotr Gawda, Robert Rejdak, Piotr Majcher, Michał Ginszt

“…The present study aimed to evaluate the correlation of eye length and bioelectric activity of temporalis, masseter, digastric, and sternocleidomastoid muscles in women with myopia compared to healthy women. Methods. Based on the exclusion and inclusion criteria, 42 women aged 24 years (±2 years) were eligible for the study. …”
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A Comparison of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection for Primary Chalazion in Children and Adults by Jacky W. Y. Lee, Gordon S. K. Yau, Michelle Y. Y. Wong, Can Y. F. Yuen

“…To investigate outcome differences of intralesional triamcinolone acetonide (TA) injection for primary chalazia in children versus adults. Methods. A retrospective review of consecutive subjects with primary chalazion who received intralesional TA injection was conducted. …”
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Two-Hour Lactate Clearance Predicts Negative Outcome in Patients with Cardiorespiratory Insufficiency by Sean Scott, Vittorio Antonaglia, Giovanna Guiotto, Fiorella Paladino, Fernando Schiraldi

“…Emergency Department (ED) and 16-bed medical High Dependency Unit (HDU). Methods and Main Results. 95 consecutive admissions from the ED for acute cardiorespiratory insufficiency were prospectively enrolled. …”
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Finite‐temperature properties of NbO2 from a deep‐learning interatomic potential by Xinhang Li, Yongqiang Wang, Tianyu Jiao, Zhaoxin Liu, Chuanle Yang, Ri He, Liang Si

“…These findings elucidate the structural and dynamical mechanisms underlying the structural properties of NbO2 and highlight the utility of combining DFT and deep potential MD methods for studying complex phase transitions in transition metal oxides.…”
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Analysing EU Countries’ Digital Progress Towards Sustainable Development Goals by Alexandra-Nicoleta Ciucu (Durnoi), Cosmin Alexandru Teodorescu, Vanesa Madalina Vargas, Corina Ioanas

“…The next step carried out in the current article was to conduct a three-year forecast of the indicators listed previously. The methods used to make predictions are Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) and Double Exponential Smoothing. …”
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Impact of Active Case Finding on Treatment Outcomes in Adult Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients by S. А. Sterlikov, V. B. Gаlkin, B. M. Mаliev, А. А. Shirokovа, V. А. Khorotetto, А. S. Mаyzhegishevа

“…The objective: to assess the effect of active finding of tuberculosis cases on the frequency of bacterial excretion, lung tissue destruction, and treatment outcomes.Subjects and Methods. The characteristics of adult patients (newly detected - new cases and those with relapsed pulmonary tuberculosis) were studied in 2 phases: a) 1,404 cases, including 814 actively found, at detection; b) the outcomes of the completed first course of chemotherapy in 946 patients, including 565 actively detected, registered for treatment in 2017 and 2018. …”
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Decision-making process of tomatoes purchase by generation Z: case study in the Slovak Republic by Michaela Šugrova, Marek Plachy, Ľudmila Nagyova, Jozef Šumichrast

“…The accuracy of provided hypotheses was verified using the following mathematical-statistical methods: Chi-Square test of independence, Mann-Whitney U-test, and as Chi test for equality of proportions between two samples. …”
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Combination of Clopidogrel and Nicorandil Improves Post-Procedure Platelet Activation and Cardiac Function Impairment in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome Undergoing PCI by Zhenhao Cai, Jie Zhao, Xiang Zhang, Changpeng Zuo, Wei Zhang

“…The effects of nicorandil combined with clopidogrel on platelet activation and cardiac function injury in patients with ACS after PCI were examined. Methods 174 patients with ACS receiving PCI were equally divided into control group (taking clopidogrel before PCI) and active group (nicorandil and clopidogrel in combination before PCI). …”
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Among Ectasia Patients with Coexisting Coronary Artery Disease, TIMI Frame Count Correlates with Ectasia Size and Markis Type IV Is the Commonest by Hasahya Tony, Kai Meng, Bangwei Wu, Qiutang Zeng

“…In ectasia patients, there is delayed coronary flow with increased TFC. Methods. We evaluated angiograms of 789 patients for presence of CAE, coronary artery disease (CAD), and Markis type of CAE. …”
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Decision-making process of tomatoes purchase by generation Z: case study in the Slovak Republic by Michaela Šugrova, Marek Plachy, Ľudmila Nagyova, Jozef Šumichrast

“…The accuracy of provided hypotheses was verified using the following mathematical-statistical methods: Chi-Square test of independence, Mann-Whitney U-test, and as Chi test for equality of proportions between two samples. …”
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Missed opportunities for delivering nutrition interventions in first 1000 days of life in India: insights from the National Family Health Survey, 2006 and 2016 by Rasmi Avula, Purnima Menon, Phuong Hong Nguyen, Vani Sethi, Nemat Hajeebhoy, Lan Mai Tran, Alok Kumar, Dinesh Baswal, Alok Ranjan

“…We (1) examined the opportunity gaps between delivery platforms and corresponding nutrition interventions through the continuum of care in India between 2006 and 2016 and and (2) assessed inequalities in these opportunity gaps.Methods We used two rounds of the National Family Health Survey data from 2005 to 2006 and 2015–2016 (n=36 850 and 190 898 mother–child dyads, respectively). …”
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Improvement of a long random skin flap survival by application of vascular endothelial growth factor in various ways of local administration in a rat model by Spyridon A. Vourtsis, Apostolos E. Papalois, George D. Agrogiannis, Petros K. Spyriounis, Efstratios Patsouris, Mihai Ionac

“…The effect of various ways of local administration of VEGF on random skin flap survival was studied, using flaps with a relatively high length (L) to width (W) ratio (5:1). Materials and Methods: An 1.5 × 7.5 cm dorsal skin flap with the pedicle orientated, centered, and remaining attached between the lower angles of the scapulae was elevated in 45 Wistar rats in different phases, depending on the group. …”
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The Need for the Retina’s Surface “Drying” during Macular Hole Surgery by A. Yu. Kleymenov, V. N. Kazaykin, M. B. Matevosyan, G. V. Chashchin, A. V. Pestov, I. S. Puzyrev

“…Purpose: to determine the relevance of retina’s surface “drying” during vitrectomy at the stage of exchange of infusion solution for air based on an experimental study and calculation of the geometric dimensions of a drop of moisture formed in the macular region.Patients and Methods. There were 10 patients (10 eyes), who had a vitrectomy for a macular tear with air injection in one eye. …”
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Life skills among school-going adolescents in South India: A gender comparison by Vaddar Thippeswamy, K Vishwesh, Arif Ali, Govindappa Lakshmana

“…The present study aims to study and compare the life skills among 8th- and 9th-grade male and female students attending the schools of Udupi, Karnataka, India. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A descriptive research design was considered for the present study. …”
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The prevalence and trends of waterpipe tobacco smoking: A systematic review. by Mohammed Jawad, Rana Charide, Reem Waziry, Andrea Darzi, Rami A Ballout, Elie A Akl

“…We aimed to systematically review the medical literature on waterpipe tobacco prevalence and trends.<h4>Methods</h4>We searched Medline, Embase and ISI Web of Science for 'waterpipe' and its synonyms, without using language or date restrictions. …”
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